You sit at your desk looking at a long list of unanswered emails, a pile of projects that need to be finished, and at least 20 voice mail messages you need to respond to. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. These days companies are trying to get more work done with less employees, […]
Whether it’s a throbbing at your temples, a nagging ache that wears you down, a piercing sting that stabs deeply into your skull or a squeezing sensation that makes you feel like your head is trapped in a vise, headache pain can stop you in your tracks. Luckily, you can prevent many headaches simply by […]
Psychologists extol the virtues of positive thinking for good reason. It is indeed healthy to feel optimistic about your life and future. Read on to know why and learn about the many health benefits of positive thinking.
Stress, loosely defined as the brain’s response to any demand, is normal and short-lived. Attributable to anything from being late for work to having to complete a paper that’s due the next day, stress only becomes a serious problem when it reaches a level that is no longer manageable. Prolonged mental stress can have a […]
Millions of Americans are realizing the profound benefits therapy can have on their well-being. People seek therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship problems, or even daily maintenance of a hectic modern life. Whether you’re feeling stagnant with your current counselor or considering entering therapy for the first time, here are some things to keep in mind […]
Social anxiety disorder, often referred to as SAD or social phobia, is an anxiety disorder. Characteristics of social anxiety include fear or intense anxiety in social situations, self-consciousness in social situations, obsessive self-defeating thoughts, panic attacks, and avoidance of social situations. Social anxiety often occurs alongside other psychiatric disorders, especially depression or other anxiety disorders, […]
Anxiety has a way of sneaking up on you until it feels as if every situation contains a problem or threat. Dealing with everyday anxiety can lead to a variety of health issues and problems with interpersonal relationships. If you are one of the many people who prefer not to go on prescription medications, you […]
Stamina and endurance are essential not only for athletes, but also for others who need to stay active and productive throughout the day. Here are a few steps you can take to boost your physical and mental stamina.
Your body and mind have their limitations and can only take so much abuse. Too much work can burn you out no matter how physically strong you are. Stress and frustration catches up with you when you work too much and relax too little.
You engage in countless rituals automatically. However, adding a new habit to your repertoire is not easy. You are comfortable with your established rituals and they would require alteration for you to accommodate fresh responses. People stick with their usual behaviors because habits provide consistency and comfort. Adding novel behaviors means changing, which, although awkward […]
